Muntinlupa Broadens Financial Assistance Access for Scholars with GCash Visa Card

Officials from the City Government of Muntinlupa and GCash formally expanded their partnership through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), reinforcing the joint commitment to making financial assistance more accessible and convenient for scholars and beneficiaries.

The City Government of Muntinlupa is expanding its existing partnership with GCash to provide scholars and other beneficiaries with more flexible ways to access financial assistance, including the option to use GCash Cards alongside digital disbursement services.

This growth extends the city's financial disbursement system (FDS) partnership from select, limited scholarship programs to a broader student population, ensuring more scholars across Muntinlupa benefit from streamlined digital payouts.

Building on the city’s ongoing use of digital disbursements, the expanded initiative has introduced physical GCash Cards to college beneficiaries. The first batch of cards was distributed to 180 Colegio de Muntinlupa scholars in August 2026.

The GCash Card serves as an additional access method alongside the primary GCash app, giving students the flexibility to withdraw cash or pay via card terminals, even if they choose not to use the mobile app directly.

The initiative forms part of Muntinlupa's broader commitment to modernizing public service delivery and enhancing the distribution of government assistance through digital solutions.

By expanding available disbursement options, the city seeks to make financial assistance programs more efficient while ensuring beneficiaries have greater flexibility in managing the support they receive.

“The City Government of Muntinlupa remains committed to making education and social assistance programs more accessible to our constituents. Through this collaboration, we are helping ensure that government support is delivered in a manner that is convenient, secure, and responsive to our constituents’ needs,” shares City mayor Ruffy Biazon.

For many scholars and beneficiaries, having multiple ways to access financial assistance, whether through the GCash mobile app or the physical GCash Card, helps improve convenience and makes government support more accessible based on individual needs and preferences.

Meanwhile, GCash head of B2B sales, Cleo Celeste Santos, expressed gratitude for the continued trust of the City Government of Muntinlupa, noting that the partnership reflects a shared commitment to making financial assistance more accessible for scholars and beneficiaries. She added, “At GCash, we are honored to support the city's efforts to empower scholars and beneficiaries through digital financial solutions that provide greater convenience, flexibility, and inclusion.”

As Muntinlupa continues to invest in education and community development, the expanded partnership highlights how digital financial tools and physical payment cards can help local governments deliver assistance in ways that are more accessible, convenient, and responsive to the city’s needs.

For more information, visit https://www.gcash.com.

Security Bank Marks 75 Years with Opening of 391st Branch in Muntinlupa

Makati, Philippines –– Security Bank marked its 75th anniversary with the opening of its 391st branch in Muntinlupa City, reinforcing its commitment to bringing BetterBanking closer to more Filipinos through a growing nationwide branch network.

Located in one of southern Metro Manila's key commercial and residential hubs, the new branch is strategically positioned to serve individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses in a city with a thriving economy and strong growth potential.

"This year marks an important milestone for Security Bank as we celebrate 75 years of serving our customers," said Victor Lee, President and CEO of Security Bank. "Our growth has been built on the trust of our customers, the dedication of our Security Bankers, and the support of the communities we serve. Every new branch reflects our commitment to grow alongside our customers and make BetterBanking more accessible to Filipinos."

"Muntinlupa continues to attract businesses, professionals, and growing communities, making it an important market for Security Bank," said Leslie Cham, EVP and Branch Banking Group Head at Security Bank. "As we expand our branch network, we remain focused on complementing our digital capabilities with personalized service and innovative financial solutions that help our clients achieve their goals.”

The Muntinlupa Branch is the latest milestone in Security Bank's continued nationwide expansion. With 391 branches across the country, the Bank continues to make banking simpler, faster, and more personal by combining convenient physical access with seamless digital banking solutions.

For more information on Security Bank’s products, services, and branch locations, visit www.securitybank.com or follow Security Bank on social media.